Mammo Imaging Navigator - Patient Care & Coordination

Jobtome; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkland Health & Hospital System is seeking a Mammography Patient Navigator to guide patients through the imaging journey, from screening to diagnosis and beyond. You will build strong relationships with patients, families, physicians, and staff, coordinating imaging care and coordinating community resources as needed.

The role requires a licensed imaging professional with four years in breast imaging operations, ARRT/MRT credentials, and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited imaging program with radiography, MRI, NM tech or sonography training.
• Four years in Breast Imaging operations with workflow knowledge.
• TX MRT license; ARRT subspecialty in Mammography/MR/NM or CNMT/RDMS (BR) where applicable.
• Current CPR certification and familiarity with EPIC systems.

Responsibilities

• Schedule biopsies and follow-up imaging as requested and needed.
• Contact patients lost to follow-up for rescheduling.
• Explain imaging plans and educate patients to ease comfort and understanding.
• Collaborate with Mobile Coordinator to ensure timely follow-up imaging.
• Review pathology results in EPIC and relay to radiologist and navigators promptly.
• Assess patient needs, including finances and barriers, and coordinate resources.

Skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Motivation interviewing

Patient education

Transportation coordination

Education

Imaging program grad

Radiography

MRI

Nuclear Medicine

Sonography

Bachelors in Healthcare

Tools

ARRT Certification

MRT License TX

BHCN Certification

CPR Certification

EPIC familiarity

Job description

Parkland Health & Hospital System is seeking a Mammography Patient Navigator to guide patients through the imaging journey, from screening to diagnosis and beyond. You will build strong relationships with patients, families, physicians, and staff, coordinating imaging care and coordinating community resources as needed.

The role requires a licensed imaging professional with four years in breast imaging operations, ARRT/MRT credentials, and CPR certification.